Grants and funding

Grants of $30,000 to $50,000 for new collaborative opportunities between the arts and cultural sector and the creative industries. Closes Monday, 17 March, 5pm

Awards for individuals who make a positive impact on their local community or environment. Nominations from community members are selected for a community vote. Finalists for each Westfield Centre receive a $5,000 grant for their organisation or group and the winner’s organisation receives $20,000. Closes Thursday, 13 March, 7pm

– Community Grants
Grants to enable organisations to deliver projects that meet identified community needs and encourage community participation and inclusion. Opens Monday, 3 February. Closes Friday, 14 March.
– Micro Grants
Grants to enable residents, groups, organisations and businesses to support community wellbeing, innovation and social change through grassroots initiatives. Opens Monday, 3 February. Closes Friday, 14 March.
Grants Information Sessions to learn more about the grants, with a focus on how to apply for the current round:
– Information Session 1: Friday, 7 February, 11am-12.30pm | Miles Franklin Room, Hurstville Library, Cnr Dora St & Queens Rd, Hurstville
– Information Session 2: Tuesday, 11 February, 3pm-4.30pm | Online
– Information Session 3: Thursday, 13 February, 11am-12.30pm | Miles Franklin Room, Hurstville Library, Cnr Dora St & Queens Rd, Hurstville
– Information Session 4: Monday, 24 February, 3pm-4.30pm | Activities Room, Clive James Kogarah Library & Service Centre, Kogarah Town Square, Belgrave St, Kogarah
– Information Session 5: Thursday, 27 February, 3pm-4.30pm | Online
– Information Session 6 – for seniors or organisations running projects for seniors, as part of NSW Seniors Festival: Monday, 3 March, 10am-11.30am | Miles Franklin Room, Hurstville Library, Cnr Dora St & Queens Rd, Hurstville
In addition, there will be a Community Outcomes & Evaluation Intensive Workshop: Wednesday, 19 February, 3pm-4.30pm | Online

– Category 1 ClubGRANTS
Funding for local not-for profit organisations delivering support and services in the Sutherland Shire. Opens Saturday, 1 February. Closes Saturday, 31 May.
– Community Grants & Subsidies Program 2025/2026
Grants of up to $20,000 to support to local not-for-profit organisations seeking funding for projects, events and initiatives that contribute to a connected, supportive, caring, inclusive and engaged community. Opens Monday, 24 February. Closes Wednesday, 26 March.
Grant Writing Workshops to learn about the grant programs and gain expert tips on preparing an application:
Thursday, 13 February, 10am-2pm
Tuesday, 18 February, 6.30pm-8.30pm
Tradies Gymea, 57 Machester Rd, Gymea
Flyer | Registration

Grants of $500 to $20,000 to support Aboriginal community organisations and groups across NSW to celebrate Aboriginal culture and hold cultural events and activities. Closes Friday, 21 March

Funding up to $15 million targeting reducing the demand and costs of temporary accommodation, and proposals for service reform and innovation. Open to accredited Specialist Homelessness Services and registered mainstream or Aboriginal Community Housing Providers. Closes Wednesday, 30 April 2025.